Seats and Restraint System ............................. 1-1Head Restraints ......................................... 1-2Front Seats ............................................... 1-4Rear Seats .............................................. 1-12Safety Belts ............................................. 1-14Child Restraints ....................................... 1-36Airbag System ......................................... 1-61Restraint System Check ............................ 1-76

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1Keys ........................................................ 2-2Doors and Locks ....................................... 2-9Windows ................................................. 2-14Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................ 2-17Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ........... 2-21Mirrors .................................................... 2-37OnStar System ...................................... 2-40Storage Areas ......................................... 2-43Sunroof .................................................. 2-43Retractable Hardtop .................................. 2-44

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1Instrument Panel Overview .......................... 3-4Climate Controls ...................................... 3-20Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ........ 3-28

Driver Information Center (DIC) .................. 3-42Audio System(s) ....................................... 3-52

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....... 4-2Towing ................................................... 4-26

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1Service ..................................................... 5-4Fuel ......................................................... 5-6Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-12Headlamp Aiming ..................................... 5-51Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-51Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-58Tires ...................................................... 5-59Appearance Care ................................... 5-102Vehicle Identification ............................... 5-108Electrical System .................................... 5-109Capacities and Specifications ................... 5-118

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1Maintenance Schedule ................................ 6-2

Customer Assistance Information .................... 7-1Customer Assistance and Information ........... 7-2Reporting Safety Defects ........................... 7-14Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ........... 7-16

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2009 Pontiac G6 Owner Manual M

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This manual includes the latest information at the time itwas printed. GM reserves the right to make changesafter that time without further notice. For vehiclesfirst sold in Canada, substitute the name GeneralMotors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whereverit appears in this manual.

This manual describes features that may or may not beon your specific vehicle.

Read this manual from beginning to end to learn aboutthe vehicles features and controls. Pictures, symbols,and words work together to explain vehicle operation.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian OwnersA French language copy of this manual can be obtainedfrom your dealer/retailer or from:

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IndexTo quickly locate information about the vehicle use theIndex in the back of the manual. It is an alphabeticallist of what is in the manual and the page number whereit can be found.

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Safety Warnings and Symbols

A circle with a slashthrough it is a safetysymbol which means DoNot, Do not do thisor Do not let this happen.

A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell aboutthings that could hurt you or others if you were to ignorethe warning.

{CAUTION:

These mean there is something that could hurtyou or other people.

Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoidor reduce the hazard. Read these cautions.

A notice tells about something that can damage thevehicle.

Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.

Many times, this damage would not be covered by thevehicles warranty, and it could be costly. The noticetells what to do to help avoid the damage.

There are also warning labels on the vehicle which usethe same words, CAUTION or Notice.

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Vehicle SymbolsThe vehicle has components and labels that usesymbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along withthe text describing the operation or informationrelating to a specific component, control, message,gage, or indicator.

M : This symbol is shown when you need to see yourowner manual for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when you need to see aservice manual for additional instructions or information.

Vehicle Symbol ChartHere are some additional symbols that may be found onthe vehicle and what they mean. For more informationon the symbol, refer to the index.

9 : Airbag Readiness Light

# : Air Conditioning

! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)

g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar

$ : Brake System Warning Light

" : Charging System

I : Cruise ControlB : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps# : Fog Lamps

. : Fuel Gage

+ : Fuses

i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

j : LATCH System Child Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp

: : Oil Pressure

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

F : Traction Control

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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Head Restraints ...............................................1-2Front Seats ......................................................1-4

Manual Seats ................................................1-4Power Seat ...................................................1-5Manual Lumbar ..............................................1-5Heated Seats .................................................1-6Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-6Seatback Latches ...........................................1-9Easy Entry Seat ...........................................1-10Power Lift Seat ............................................1-12

Rear Seats .....................................................1-1260/40 Split Bench Seat

(Sedan and Coupe) ...................................1-12Safety Belts ...................................................1-14

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ................1-14How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-19Lap-Shoulder Belt .........................................1-28Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-35Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-35

Child Restraints .............................................1-36Older Children ..............................................1-36Infants and Young Children ............................1-39

Child Restraint Systems .................................1-43Where to Put the Restraint .............................1-46Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

(LATCH) ..................................................1-48Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat

Position ...................................................1-56Securing a Child Restraint in the Right

Front Seat Position ....................................1-58Airbag System ...............................................1-61

Where Are the Airbags? ................................1-63When Should an Airbag Inflate? .....................1-66What Makes an Airbag Inflate? .......................1-67How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......................1-67What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? .....1-68Passenger Sensing System ............................1-69Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...........1-74Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle ....................................................1-75Restraint System Check ..................................1-76

Checking the Restraint Systems ......................1-76Replacing Restraint System Parts After a

Crash ......................................................1-77

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

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Head RestraintsThe front and rear seats have adjustable head restraintsin the outboard seating positions.

{CAUTION:

With head restraints that are not installed andadjusted properly, there is a greater chance thatoccupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in acrash. Do not drive until the head restraints for alloccupants are installed and adjusted properly.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint isat the same height as the top of the occupants head.This position reduces the chance of a neck injury ina crash.

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Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the headrestraint, press the button, located on the top of theseatback, and push the restraint down.